Bench Hand / Quality Inspection & Assembly Technician
Location: Shipley
Salary: £28,744
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

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Monday-Thursday: 6:00am-2:00pm

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Friday: 6:00am-11:30am

About the Company

We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of high-speed metal forming and finishing machinery. With operations in 41 countries and a turnover of $8.5bn, this organisation is renowned for excellence, innovation and sustainability—proud recipients of The Queen's Awards for Enterprise in International Trade, Innovation and Sustainable Development.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Bench Hand to join our prestigious engineering client in Shipley. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring that high-quality products are precisely assembled, inspected, and tested to meet strict industry and customer standards.

Key Responsibilities

As Bench Hand, you will:

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Inspect components and assemblies to ensure compliance with quality standards

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Assemble and test products on the workbench using hand tools and technical processes

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Read and interpret complex engineering drawings to fit, deburr, and finish parts

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Record inspection data and ensure accurate documentation

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Provide constructive feedback to the continuous improvement team

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Perform effective end-of-shift handovers to ensure workflow continuity

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Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workbench area

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Adhere to company quality procedures, safety regulations, and production targets

About You

To succeed in this role, you will need:

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Proven experience in bench fitting, assembly, or precision hand skills within an engineering environment

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Strong knowledge of quality systems, procedures, and inspection methods

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Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications

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Excellent attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities

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Good communication skills and a proactive mindset

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Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team